Senior Counsellor or Counsellor Required: Scarborough, Yorkshire

WhereToTalk; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 46,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable hospice in Scarborough is looking for a Senior Counsellor or Counsellor to join their compassionate team. The role involves delivering high-standard counselling to patients and families, including children. You will need to hold an accredited membership and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on people’s lives while supporting their wellbeing in a collaborative and supportive environment. NHS pension eligibility and various employee perks are included.

Benefits

NHS pension (subject to eligibility)

Employee assistance programme

Free onsite parking

Subsidised meals

Competency based development programme

Qualifications

• Qualified Counsellor with accredited membership or in progress.
• Compassionate approach to improving quality of care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group counselling to patients and families.
• Provide clinical supervision to maintain professional standards.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Compassionate and empathic

Strong communication skills

Ability to adapt counselling techniques

Education

Accredited membership of BACP, UKCP or BPS

Qualified Counsellor

Job description

Senior Counsellor or Counsellor Required: Scarborough, Yorkshire

St Catherine’s Hospice

Earnings: £45,272 per annum

Role: Senior Counsellor or counsellor – desirable expertise in working with children

Hours: Up to 30 hours per week,

Salary: Up to £45,272 per annum per rota (Equivalent to NHS Band 6 or 7 dependent on role)

Are you a qualified and dedicated Counsellor looking to make a difference to the lives of our clients navigating through challenging times? Do you have the skills to lead a counselling team?

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Counsellor to join our team. Could this be you?

The role can accommodate either a counsellor or a senior counsellor specifically with children experience. However, please consider applying if you do not have counselling experience with children.

At Saint Catherine’s Hospice we believe in providing not just care, but genuine compassion and support to patients and their families during their most vulnerable moments. As a reputable hospice dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our patients, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of care, and we recognise the vital role that counselling plays in this process.

The Role

As a Senior Counsellor/Counsellor you will lead/work as a key member of the specialist team providing a high standard of counselling, including:

• Tailored counselling approaches to meet the unique emotional and psychological needs of our clients.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Work as part of a team ensuring a holistic approach to patient wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group counselling to patients, carers, families including children.
• Provide clinical supervision to counsellors, volunteers and trainees, ensuring the highest professional standards are maintained.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to offer holistic care.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of our psychological services, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of our community.

About You

You will:

• Be a Qualified Counsellor
• Have an accredited membership, or working towards, of BACP, UKCP or BPS or equivalent/ RMN.
• Be a compassionate and empathic individual with a genuine commitment to improving the quality of care of your clients.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with colleagues, patients and their loved ones.
• Have the ability to adapt counselling techniques to suit the unique needs of each individual.

If you are a dedicated professional ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Why work for Saint Catherine’s Hospice?

• A chance to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during a critical time
• Collaborative and supportive work environment that values your expertise and dedication
• Competency based development programme
• NHS pension (subject to eligibility)
• Employee assistance programme
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised meals in the Hospice Café
• Pilates
• Complementary therapies: massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, reiki, mindfulness and relaxation, facials, Deep oscillation therapy